Was Water Vapor Discovered on an Earth Like Exoplanet? With Dr. Angelos Tsiaras

Was Water Vapor Discovered on an Earth Like Exoplanet? With Dr. Angelos Tsiaras

Author: John Michael Godier January 9, 2026 Duration: 19:55

Joining John Michael Godier on Event Horizon is Dr. Angelos Tsiaras, him and his team have discovered water vapors in the atmosphere of K2-18b, an earth like exoplanet. But just how much like earth is it? And does having water mean this planet, could be a host to alien life? Dr. Angelos Tsiaris is a research associate at the University College London in the department of physics and astronomy."Water vapour in the atmosphere of the habitable-zone eight-Earth-mass planet K2-18 b", Tsiaras et al, 2019https://www.nature.com/articles/s41550-019-0878-9https://angelostsiaras.com/Does Most Life Exist In Ice Shell Moons Like Europa? Featuring David Kippinghttps://youtu.be/FEi_eK9uwSgWhy Intelligent Life in the Universe May Be Hidden with Isaac Arthurhttps://youtu.be/D_EX9FUDv3oIs Climate Change a Fermi Paradox Great Filter? Featuring Adam Frankhttps://youtu.be/nTZgsuXfRYUWebsite:https://www.eventhorizonshow.com/You can now support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/EventHorizonShowFollow us on Twitter!https://twitter.com/jmgeventhorizon


Curiosity about the cosmos often starts with a simple question, and that's where John Michael Godier's Event Horizon finds its rhythm. Hosted by author and futurist John Michael Godier, this podcast delves into the profound and the perplexing at the edges of our understanding. Each episode builds a narrative, weaving together discussions on astronomy, astrophysics, and the latest space science news with broader themes of technology, history, and futurism. The conversations are grounded by special guests who bring expertise and diverse perspectives, turning complex ideas into engaging explorations. You'll find the dialogue moves from the concrete details of scientific discovery to the speculative implications for our future, all with a thoughtful and accessible tone. This isn't just a recap of headlines; it's a deep dive into the context and consequences of what we're learning about the universe. For anyone who looks up at the night sky and wonders about black holes, the potential for life elsewhere, or where our technology might take us next, this podcast offers a compelling space to linger on those big ideas. The production emphasizes clarity and depth, making even the most daunting topics feel within reach. Tune in for a regular journey to the frontiers of science and human thought.
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Duration: 1:05:56
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Looking for the Origin of our Universe with Dr. Brian Keating [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 16:57
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Duration: 40:55
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Duration: 50:26
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Duration: 19:07
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Why Pluto is a Planet with Dr. Alan Stern [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 40:45
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Duration: 31:28
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Do We Live In A Multiverse? Featuring Brian Keating [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:01
John Michael Godier and Brian Keating discuss the earliest moments of our Universe and whether future findings will lead to the discovery of a multiverse.Brian Keating is a professor of physics at the Center for Astrophy…
Should We Contact Alien Civilizations? With Joe Scott [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:38
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